Mr. Zhang Xianghai, General Manager of Nigeria Yongxing Steel Company, Delivers Keynote Speech at Fujian Jiangxia University

On June 16, 2025, Mr. Zhang Xianghai, General Manager of Nigeria Yongxing Steel Company and Visiting Professor at the School of Foreign Languages of Fujian Jiangxia University, was invited to deliver a keynote speech at the university. He shared insights into the development of Chinese enterprises in Africa and the practices of China-Africa cooperation, helping broaden students’ employment perspectives.

In his speech, Mr. Zhang used compelling case studies to provide in-depth analysis of the development opportunities in Nigeria and across the African continent. He encouraged young students to seize the strategic opportunities of China-Africa cooperation and engage in cross-cultural exchange with a global mindset. He shared Nigeria Yongxing Steel Company’s valuable experience from over a decade of deep engagement in Africa, highlighting the company’s core values of "simplicity, pragmatism, responsibility, and mutual benefit." Through "Chinese speed," the company has transformed the local steel industry landscape, and with "Chinese warmth," it actively carries out public welfare initiatives and fulfills its social responsibilities.

This exchange highlighted the value of university-enterprise cooperation. Going forward, both parties will continue to strengthen their collaboration, attracting more young talents to participate in China-Africa economic and cultural exchanges and jointly writing a new chapter in cooperation.